Pathology Assistant - Per Diem

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The Department of Pathology is currently seeking a per diem Pathology Assistant to work in Miami, FL. The Pathology Assistant - Per Diem (H) assists with the preparation and dissection of surgical specimens, under the direction and supervision of a pathologist. An employee in this position also prepares and selects tissue samples for analysis, handles tissue banking, and examines surgical pathology specimens, resections, and autopsies. The Pathology Assistant - Per Diem (H) records findings and sterilizes equipment.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS                                                                                                          

• Performs the gross examination and dissection of anatomic pathology specimens.

• Conducts postmortem examinations and prepares bodies to be released to funeral homes.

• Prepares tissue for numerous pathological tests, such as frozen section, flow cytometry, and immunohistochemical staining.

• Ensures proper sterilization and maintenance of equipment. 

• Photographs gross and microscopic specimens, helps prepare educational conferences, and provides training to pathology personnel. 

• Fills administrative, instructional, and supervisory roles.

• Prepares medical records and history for each examinee.

• Obtains legal authorization for a patient's autopsy.

• Works as a liaison to other departments and laboratories to ensure quality healthcare.

• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS                                                                                                         

Education:

Associate’s degree in relevant field

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

• Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.

• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.

• Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.

• Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.

• Commitment to the University’s core values.

• Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.

DEPARTMENT ADDENDUM

Department Specific Functions

I. Surgical Pathology: 50%

1.         Specimen triage.

2.         Obtain and review patient's clinical history.

3.         Completely and accurately describe/dictate gross features of specimens submitted to anatomic pathology.

4.         Prepare tissues for processing for light microscopy.

5.         Obtain samples for studies such as flow cytometry, research, cytogenetics, cultures.

6.         Perform special procedures including x-ray imaging, frozen sections, tumor triage in OR when resident is unavailable.

7.         Photograph gross specimens and microscopic slides.

II. Administrative Duties: 50%

1.         Development and maintenance of surgical pathology grossing protocols, policies, procedures, reports and data.

2.         Assure proper maintenance of all equipment

3.         Assure provision of adequate supplies for and cleanliness of the gross room.

4.         Performance of supervisory/management duties.

5.         Teach pathology residents, medical students, pathology assistant, and grossing techs.

III. Extra Clinical Duties (ECD)

Extra Clinical Duties (ECD) is defined as voluntary resident level patient care related to training, includes additional compensation, and is performed in addition to the HSO’s regularly scheduled assignment (i.e. exceeds ACGME and/or training program requirements and as defined by the residency program leadership). HSO’s providing extra clinical duty are supervised by attending physicians or independent licensed practitioners (ILP’s) and are working within the competency and level of responsibility appropriate to their PGY level (beyond PGY-1 level).   ECD is separate and distinct from “Pull Coverage” and is to be paid by the appropriate service/cost center (not Housestaff/GME division).   ECD differs from moonlighting in that moonlighting is voluntary medically related activities performed under a full medical license (i.e. functioning as an attending physician).  ECD is not to be used for curriculum or scheduling changes.

Department Specific Qualifications                                                                                     

Education:

Bachelor's Degree required

Master's Degree preferred

Certification and Licensing:

Certification in relevant specialty or field

Experience:

Minimum 3 year of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

• Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.

• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.

• Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.

• Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.

• Commitment to the University’s core values.

• Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

Job Status:

Part time

Employee Type:

Temporary-Intermittent